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Manufacturing Grants in Ontario for 2026

Did you know that over 80% of manufacturing businesses in Canada miss out on available government grants simply because they don’t know they exist or how to apply? If you're investing in growth, equipment, or job creation, securing funding could give your Ontario manufacturing business a major competitive edge—don’t leave money on the table!

292 programs available
  • Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII)

    Supports agri-food innovation and energy efficiency
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : February 15, 2024
    • Closing date : March 28, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 8,000,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 25, 2024
    • Closing date : January 10, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Brockton logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Brockton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Financial Incentive Programs

    Funding for Brockton property improvement projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Kitchener logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Brownfield incentive program

    Water-saving support for Waterloo Region businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Build Canada Homes - Investment Policy Framework

    Federal support for affordable housing projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Finance and insurance
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Centre Wellington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Building Improvement Grant Program

    Funding for safer, improved buildings
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Windsor logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Business Development Grant Program

    Supports investment projects in Windsor
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Windsor, Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Wellington North logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Business Facade Improvement Opportunity

    Interest-free façade improvement support for businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Huron East logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Business Grants and Funding Opportunities

    Municipal funding for business and property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 7,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 23, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 2

    Co-investment for smart mobility development and demonstration
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 7, 2023
    • Closing date : December 28, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Ajax logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Charitable organization rebate

    Property tax rebate for qualifying charities
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Perth logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Charity Rebate Program

    Property tax rebate for eligible charities
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 40 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Perth, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    CIP and Mural Incentive Programs

    Funding for industrial and downtown property improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • From $3,000 to $250,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    City of Cornwall Brownfields Community Improvement Plan

    Financial support for brownfield redevelopment in Cornwall
    Eligible Funding
    • From $7,500 to $45,000
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • City of North Bay logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    City of North Bay — Economic Development Incentives

    Municipal incentives for city-wide redevelopment
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    North Bay, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Brighton logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Accessibility Fund

    Funding for accessibility upgrades to business properties
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Casselman logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan

    Supports economic development in Amherstburg
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 1, 2026
    • Closing date : March 31, 2026
    Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Blind River logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Community Improvement Plan (CIP) – Town of Blind River

    Financial incentives for downtown revitalization
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 6,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Blind River, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Espanola logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan Application

    Financial incentives for local redevelopment projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Prescott logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program

    Funding for Prescott property revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Prescott, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Critical Technology Initiatives

    Supports critical technology adoption and commercialization in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • From $5,000,000 to $60,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : April 24, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    CWB Association Chapter Awards

    Co-funded support for welding education initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $2,500
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Canada
  • Township of Ramara logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Development Charge Abatement Program

    Development charge relief for industrial development
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • City of St. Catharines logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Development Charges Grant Program

    City support for eligible development charges
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Georgina logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Development Charges Incentive Program

    Development charge deferrals for qualifying projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Georgina, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO)

    Financial support after a natural disaster
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
    • Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Southwold logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Elgincentives

    Southwold community improvement funding
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Emissions Performance Standards program

    Ontario emissions limits for large industrial facilities
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 1, 2023
    • Closing date : December 31, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Enbridge Gas logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Enbridge Gas Business & Industrial Energy Incentives

    Energy-saving incentives for commercial upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 85% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Bracebridge logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grant/Loan

    Funding for energy-saving building retrofits
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Township of Centre Wellington logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Facade & Property Improvement Grant Program

    Funding for building façade and property upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Finance and insurance
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : October 22, 2024
    • Closing date : December 20, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Food Security and Supply Chain Fund

    Funding for Ontario agri-food supply chain resilience
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 28, 2022
    • Closing date : August 30, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Chatham-Kent (CK) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Foodpreneur Advantage - Scale-Up Program

    Training and funding for growing food businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Thunder Bay logo
    Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Growth Community Improvement Plan

    Funding for Thunder Bay growth projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    North Bay, Thunder Bay, Ontario
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Heart of the City

    Funding for downtown revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $30,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • City of Cornwall logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Heart of the City (HOTC) Community Renewal Program Incentives

    Funding for downtown revitalization projects
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $30,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Mississippi Mills logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    Heritage Building Restoration Grant Program

    Funding for heritage conservation work
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $5,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Almonte, Ontario, Canada
  • TechAlliance logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    i.d.e.a. Fund

    Funding and support for high potential businesses focusing on a sustainable and green recovery
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 28, 2023
    • Closing date : April 18, 2023
    Ontario, Canada
  • Town of Greater Napanee logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Industrial Community Improvement Plan

    Supports industrial redevelopment and expansion
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Napanee, Ontario, Canada
  • INOVAIT Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    INOVAIT Pilot Fund

    Collaborative AI-driven image-guided therapy funding
    Eligible Funding
    • From $100,000 to $150,000
    • Up to 33.329998% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : January 26, 2026
    • Closing date : March 11, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Intellectual Property Ontario

    IP support and funding for Ontario applicants
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 125,000 $
    • Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Technology
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of Leamington logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Leamington Uptown Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

    Financial incentives for Uptown revitalization
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $50,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Leamington, Ontario, Canada
  • Gordon Food Service logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Local Food Investment Fund

    Supports Ontario local food and agriculture projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Mind Over Metal™ Camps

    Hands-on welding camps for youth
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Educational services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 28, 2026
    Manitoba, Ontario, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Moonshot for Mining, Minerals and Manufacturing (M4M3)

    Dual-use ISRU innovation for mining and manufacturing
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : February 22, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Municipality of North Bruce Peninsula logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Improvement Plan – Financial Incentive Programs

    Financial incentives for property and business improvements
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,500 to $20,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    NGen — Feasibility Studies

    Supports collaborative advanced manufacturing innovation and technology feasibility projects
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nicole LeClair Welding Bursary

    Financial support for Ontario welding students
    Eligible Funding
    • From $2,000 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Educational services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 2, 2026
    • Closing date : June 30, 2026
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)

    Support for Ontario critical technology innovation
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $1,000,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 28, 2024
    • Closing date : June 28, 2024
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsClosed

    OCI — ENCQOR 5G Technology Development (SME) Program

    Funding for Ontario SME 5G technology development
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    OCI — Technology Demonstration Program (TDP)

    Supports Ontario SMEs with digital modernization
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 150,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 2, 2024
    • Closing date : November 30, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Ontario Made

    Branding and networking for Ontario-made products
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    OVIN — Content Partnerships Program

    Online micro-credentials for Ontario’s mobility workforce
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Educational services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : August 11, 2025
    Ontario, Canada
  • Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    OVIN Technology Pilot Zones

    Pilot automotive and mobility solutions in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor, Ontario
  • Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Educational services
    • Health care and social assistance
    Timeline
    • Open Date : March 25, 2026
    • Closing date : June 16, 2026
    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada